Taron Egerton tests positive for COVID weeks after collapsing on stage

death row killer said he "wanted to hug his victim's family in heaven" in some bizarre final words just moments before he was executed by lethal injection.Carl Wayne Buntion, 78, was convicted of capital murder and sentenced to death after shooting and killing Houston Police Officer James Irby, 37, in June 1990. He was pronounced dead at 6.39pm local time (12.39am BST) at the Texas State Penitentiary in Huntsville.In his final words, Buntion told Irby's family that he has "remorse" and that he hopes they get "closure".

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! featuring the most celebrated campmates of past series has reportedly been confirmed by ITV.Kings and queens of the jungle from previous seasons will be among those invited back onto the show which will be pre-recorded and filmed in South Africa.Celebrities thought to be near the top of ITV's wanted list include Happy Mondays frontman Shaun Ryder, ex-Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison and TV chef Gino D'Acampo.Regular presenting duo Ant and Dec will host the show, which will be filmed at Kruger National Park - where Australia's version of the programme is recorded.The Best Of series will not replace the regular version of the show, which will take place as normal later this year and returns to Australia after Covid restrictions caused the last two seasons to be filmed at Gwrych Castle in north Wales.While the all-star version is slated to be pre-recorded this year as well, it is likely to be broadcast at the start of 2023, meaning fans will be treated to three series in just two years after the normal 2023 season goes to air.For more of the latest showbiz news from Daily Star, make sure you sign up to one of our newsletters here.A TV source told The Sun: “Fans have been crying out for a Best Of series for years, and their prayers are being answered.“The normal show will be filmed in Australia as planned, unless COVID makes it impossible again.

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Shakira and Rauw Alejandro just dropped the song of the summer.

Peta Murgatroyd and Maksim Chmerkovskiy enjoyed a quick trip together in snaps shared on Thursday on social media.The 35-year-old dancer shared photos of her and shirtless Maksim, 42, on their get-away with her roughly 927,000 followers on Instagram.'...Ojai for a hot minute,' Peta wrote in the caption referencing the small-town tourist destination between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, California. Quick get-away:Peta Murgatroyd and Maksim Chmerkovskiy enjoyed a quick trip together in snaps shared on Thursday on social mediaPeta took a selfie of her and Maksim looking into the camera while standing cheek-to-cheek.She wore a grey sweater and had her long blonde hair down around her shoulders.

Just hours before her new movie The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent hits theaters, Tiffani Haddish made one last promotional push in New York City.The 42-year-old actress was spotted arriving at Late Night with Seth Meyers in Manhatatn on Thursday afternoon.Her new film with Nicolas Cage hits theaters on Thursday night for sneak preview screenings, armed with strong reviews from critics. Tiffany arrives:Just hours before her new movie The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent hits theaters, Tiffani Haddish made one last promotional push in New York CityHaddish stepped out with a sparkling white top seen peeking out from a pristine white trench coat.She wore over-sized chocolate brown sunglasses with diamond strand earrings as she headed to the studio.

Bob Odenkirk‘s AMC series Better Call Saul is going to end very soon, but his relationship with the network is not ending.

Losing his cool. Mike Tyson was filmed allegedly punching a fellow passenger on a flight home from San Francisco on Wednesday, April 20.

Scott Disick is taking things slowly right now when it comes to his love life, but give the guy credit — it sounds like he’s really trying to put in some effort.

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Miranda Kerr gave her 13.1M Instagram followers a glimpse of her fun beach birthday celebrations on Thursday.In a series of clips posted to her Stories, themodel celebrated turning 39 with a large blue cake in the shape of a facial cream from hervegan/cruelty-free brand KORA Organics.Among the famous friends present at the event were Elsa Hosk, Sara Sampaio, Jasmine Tookes,Shanina Shaik, Chantel Jeffries and Rachel Zoe. Birthday girl: Miranda Kerr gave her 13.1M Instagram followers a glimpse of her fun beach birthday celebrations on ThursdayKerr looked ethereal in a floral white lace set, consisting of a bra top and matching skirt.

Kaley Cuoco flashes a peace sign to photographers before heading out for a night on the town in New York City.The 36-year-old actress arrived in the Big Apple earlier this week and did press for Season 2 of The Flight Attendant by appearing on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Good Morning America and Watch What Happens Live.She was spotted on Thursday evening rocking an all-black outfit while heading to her vehicle. Peace:Kaley Cuoco flashes a peace sign to photographers before heading out for a night on the town in New York CityThe blonde actress stepped out with a satin black blouse under a thin black coat as she walked to her vehicle.Her bangs fell over her forehead and locks over her shoulder as she walked to her vehicle with heart-shaped earrings.

Netflix spent big on the fourth season of Stranger Things.The Wall Street Journalreported that the upcoming season of the critically-acclaimed science fiction show cost $30 million per episode to make.It will consist of nine episodes making the approximate budget $270 million for the full season. Huge budget:The Wall Street Journal reported that the upcoming season of Stranger Things cost $30 million per episode to makeThe first half of season 4, dubbed part 1, will include the first five episodes of the season set for release on May 27.

Just as most Americans have caught wind of the BA.2 variant of Omicron — which overtook the original Omicron as the dominant strain in the U.S. less than a month ago — another possibly faster-growing version of Omicron is quickly making inroads.

Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorHulu was apparently experiencing broad technical difficulties Thursday, as many users spanning the U.S. complained about problems streaming video and accessing the Hulu app.User reports of issues with Hulu began to spike around 8 p.m.

West End show Cock which he was starring in alongside Bridgerton actor Jonathan Bailey.The actor's exit from the play was announced in a statement made by the show's official Twitter account, which said the star, 32, had left the show for "personal reasons".The Rocketman actor had previously fainted on stage during the opening night of the play and was replaced by his understudy after contracting Covid.In view of their 1,400 followers, the show made the announcement confirming Taron's exit.It read: "Joel Harper-Jackson will take over the role of M in Mike Bartlett's razor sharp, hilarious play Cock until the end of the run."The part was originally played in this production by Taron Egerton, who has had to withdraw from the production due to personal reasons."Joel understudied the role and has been playing the part of M for the past ten days while Taron was absent from the production having tested positive for Covid," it added.The show's director Marianne Elliott branded Joel an "absolute hero" and a "gifted actor", adding that audiences have been "cheering" for him.Meanwhile, the show's star, Bridgerton actor Jonathan, called him an "immense talent", saying that he is "proud" to appear on stage with him.Express.co.uk has contacted Taron's representatives for comment.The play follows John (Jonathan) who falls in love with a woman (Jade Anouka) after going on a break from his long-term boyfriend (Taron).The announcement comes after Taron fainted on stage during the first run of the play.Following the concerning incident, a statement read: "During this evening's first preview of Mike Bartlett's play 'Cock' at the Ambassadors Theatre, Taron Egerton fainted towards the end of the performance."A doctor who was in the audience

Taron Egerton is bowing out of a production in London’s West End earlier than planned.

Taron Egerton will no longer appear in his West End show opposite Bridgerton season 2 star Jonathan Bailey after dropping out due to ‘personal reasons’.The announcement that the Rocketman actor has dropped out of the play comes after he was replaced when he tested positive for Covid-19, having fainted on stage weeks prior on the opening night.In a statement released by the Twitter account for the play, a revival of Mike Bartlett’s 2009 production Cock at London’s Ambassador Theatre, it said that understudy Joel Harper-Jackson will take over the role of M previously played by Taron.‘Joel Harper-Jackson will take over the role of M in Mike Bartlett’s razor sharp, hilarious play Cock until the end of the run,’ it said.‘The part was originally played in this production by Taron Egerton, who has had to withdraw from the production due to personal reasons.’The statement added that Joel was an understudy for the role, ‘and has been playing the part of M for the past ten days while Taron was absent from the production having tested positive for Covid’.pic.twitter.com/VMXjpFC1rlDirector Marianne Elliott described Joel as an ‘absolute hero’, saying that he’s a ‘brilliant and gifted actor’ who took over the role ‘at extremely short notice’.‘Audiences have been standing and cheering and so am I,’ Marianne said.Jonathan, who has recently been leaving Netflix viewers swooning with his return as Anthony Bridgerton in the second season of the hit period drama Bridgerton, added that Joel is ‘an immense talent and we couldn’t be luckier to have him on board’.‘I am proud to continue sharing the state with him,’ he added.While people on social media expressed their disappointment over Taron not returning to play the role of M in the

Taron Egerton has dropped out of the West End play Cock, less than a month after performances began.

Apple TV+’s big wave of wins continues. After winning the Best Picture Oscar for “CODA” and the one-two-three punch that will be “We Crashed,” “Shining Girls” and “Slow Horses” that completes itself this spring (three shows in a row with Academy Award and Emmy Winners like Anne Hathaway, Jared Leto, Elisabeth Moss and Gary Oldman), their next big show that has lured A-list talent is on the horizon.